There weren’t a ton of highlights from the Detroit Lions’ 20-16 loss to the Cleveland Browns in their preseason finale. However, we identified a player on each side of the ball to recognize.
Matt’s pick – QB Josh Johnson
Lions backup QB Josh Johnson made enough plays down the stretch to keep the game mildly interesting until the end. The 11-year veteran completed 67% of his passes for 137 yards, two touchdowns and a quarterback rating of 133.
This late touchdown throw to Isaac Nauta below made it a one-score game at the end.
Johnson certainly helped his chances tonight and looked the most comfortable he has yet in a Lions uniform.
Sonja’s pick – CB Mike Ford
A player who had a great showing tonight was Mike Ford, Jr. He was everywhere, with five tackles, a pass break up, and a forced fumble on special teams. He also made a terrific special teams play, along with CJ Moore at the goal line field a punt inside the five-yard line.
Congrats Mike Ford. You get an imaginary pat on the back!
